Be humble as the blade of grass that is being trodden underneath the feet. The little ant tastes joyously the sweetness of honey and sugar. The mighty elephant trembles in pain under the agony of sharp god.
SIVANANDABe humble as the blade of grass that is being trodden underneath the feet. The little ant tastes joyously the sweetness of honey and sugar. The mighty elephant trembles in pain under the agony of sharp god.
SIVANANDAThe inward battle–against our mind, our wounds, and the residues of the past–is more terrible than outward battle.
SIVANANDAConquer your thoughts and you will conquer the world.
SIVANANDALet each man take the path according to his capacity, understanding and temperament. His true guru will meet him along that path.
SIVANANDANever worry about what other people say or think. Do the right. Have a clear conscience and roam about happily.
SIVANANDAEating, drinking, sleeping a little laughter ! much weeping! Is that all ? Do not die here like a worm. Wake up! Attain immortal bliss!
SIVANANDAMan is a bridge between the two worlds – the visible and the invisible.
SIVANANDABe tolerant. Behold the unity of all faiths, cults, creeds and religions. Respect the views, opinions and sentiments of all.
SIVANANDAIf you do not know the laws of right conduct, you cannot form your character.
SIVANANDAFaith is a belief in the unknown. Faith heals, faith creates, faith works wonders, faith moves mountains. Faith is the searchlight for God-finding.
SIVANANDAThe mind is responsible for the feelings of pleasure and pain. Control of the mind is the highest Yoga.
SIVANANDADo not store in your brain useless information. Learn to unmind the mind. Unlearn whatever has been of no use to you. Then only can you fill your mind with divine thoughts.
SIVANANDAYou are the Master of your own Destiny.
SIVANANDALife is a series of awakenings.
SIVANANDALove expects no reward. Love knows no fear. Love Divine gives – does not demand. Love thinks no evil; imputes no motive. To Love is to share and serve.
SIVANANDAThe secret of life is in love the love of God and the service of humanity.
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